Radioactive Sources

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Description:

Low level Radioactive sources in the form of Orange Fiestaware Salt shaker (Uranium Oxide) and a Coleman Lantern Mantles (Thorium) are available along with a Geiger Counter. Various absorbers of different materials and thicknesses are also available. Alpha, beta, and gamma sources can be distinguished by how easily they are absorbed by various material.

Location:

  • Sources: Shelf T-1
  • Geiger Counter and absorbers: Shelf L-4